A SCOUT IS CONSIDERATE

(adapted from "Troop Program Resources")

A person is considerate if he is concerned about the feelings of other people. What characteristics would make you considerate?

BEING RESPECTFUL AND POLITE.

BEING HELPFUL AND COURTEOUS.

RESPECTING THE PRIVACY OF OTHERS.

RESPECTING OTHER PEOPLE'S PROPERTY.

Have you heard about an old man who went to the Olympic Games in ancient Greece? He arrived late and not a single seat was left. A Spartan youth noticed the old man's problem and gave him his seat. A group of Athenian boys saw this act of courtesy and began to applaud. The old man turned to them saying, "Yes, you Athenians know what is right to do - but it takes a Spartan to do it."

Knowing what you should do to be courteous is not enough; you must put it into practice every day.

The courtesy you practice as a boy will make you a better man.

Last Revised 08/13/03

John D. McCarthy